Northrop Grumman
Staff Electronics Engineer (Network Engineer)
Northrop Grumman, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Requisition ID: R10171735
Category:
Engineering Location:
San Diego, California, United States of America | Palmdale, California, United States of America Clearance Type:
Top Secret Telecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this position Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America) Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available Positions Available:
1 At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented
Staff Electronics Engineer (Network Engineer)
to support our Avionics Integration organization. This position can be located in either
Palmdale, CA
or Rancho Bernardo, CA
depending upon the selected candidate’s preference. Responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following: Design, operate and manage companion, RMF compliant classified and unclassified networks in both lab and field environments. Deploy, utilize, and maintain network management tools. Maintain smooth operation of network and network management equipment during network expansion. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to design network integration solutions to achieve mission objectives on a wide range data flow scenarios and use cases. Plan and install security patches in adherence to program security requirements. Monitor and sustain target uptime and latency on systems. Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance, utilization, and reliability of the system including scripting for optimizing IT environment. Troubleshoot issues in collaboration with users, sector partners, and vendors. Develop and recommend corrective actions. Collaborate on requirements and planning for network and network management hardware / software purchasing including upgrades, licenses, warranties, tech support and refreshes. Document designs using detailed schematics, diagrams, and specifications and maintain system documentation, work instructions as needed. Prepares security documentation for hand-offs to Cyber Security. Plan and report project status as required for recurring and non-recurring efforts. Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility.
There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position . This position requires the ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience. Current Security+ with CE or equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M. Current expertise with network architecture, network design, requirement specifications, and equipment selection with ability to generate, coordinate and maintain network designs and configuration artifacts. In depth knowledge of, and experience with, routing and switching concepts and protocols to include IPSEC, BGP, and OSPF. Solid understanding of network operating systems Experience deploying, configuring, hardening, and diagnosing networks including switches, routers and firewalls. Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Active DoD Top Secret clearance Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Of note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.) Preferred Qualifications: Current Special Program Access Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP) In depth knowledge of, and experience with, routing and switching concepts and protocols to include DNS, DHCP, GRE, QOS, VLANs, DMVPN and EIGRP Experience with Splunk, SolarWinds, GEM One, Windows Server and VMWare Experience with Type 1 Network encryption Experience with advanced Bash/Ruby/Python script writing Experience implementing Cross Domain Solutions. DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Cisco). Experience with NetOps/NOC design integrated with program Cyber Good communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all types and levels of employees including counterparts from other sectors. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment where instances are being tested and deployed simultaneously and to adapt quickly to change. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar IT degree. Salary Range:
$165,000 - $247,600 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Disability Solutions to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Northrop Grumman Terms & Conditions at northropgrumman and Privacy Policy at https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/privacy-policy and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions
Category:
Engineering Location:
San Diego, California, United States of America | Palmdale, California, United States of America Clearance Type:
Top Secret Telecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this position Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America) Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available Positions Available:
1 At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a highly qualified, mission-oriented
Staff Electronics Engineer (Network Engineer)
to support our Avionics Integration organization. This position can be located in either
Palmdale, CA
or Rancho Bernardo, CA
depending upon the selected candidate’s preference. Responsibilities including (but not limited to) the following: Design, operate and manage companion, RMF compliant classified and unclassified networks in both lab and field environments. Deploy, utilize, and maintain network management tools. Maintain smooth operation of network and network management equipment during network expansion. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to design network integration solutions to achieve mission objectives on a wide range data flow scenarios and use cases. Plan and install security patches in adherence to program security requirements. Monitor and sustain target uptime and latency on systems. Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance, utilization, and reliability of the system including scripting for optimizing IT environment. Troubleshoot issues in collaboration with users, sector partners, and vendors. Develop and recommend corrective actions. Collaborate on requirements and planning for network and network management hardware / software purchasing including upgrades, licenses, warranties, tech support and refreshes. Document designs using detailed schematics, diagrams, and specifications and maintain system documentation, work instructions as needed. Prepares security documentation for hand-offs to Cyber Security. Plan and report project status as required for recurring and non-recurring efforts. Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility.
There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position . This position requires the ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience. Current Security+ with CE or equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M. Current expertise with network architecture, network design, requirement specifications, and equipment selection with ability to generate, coordinate and maintain network designs and configuration artifacts. In depth knowledge of, and experience with, routing and switching concepts and protocols to include IPSEC, BGP, and OSPF. Solid understanding of network operating systems Experience deploying, configuring, hardening, and diagnosing networks including switches, routers and firewalls. Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring, and analysis tools Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Active DoD Top Secret clearance Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Of note: SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.) Preferred Qualifications: Current Special Program Access Professional certification (e.g. CCNP, CCDP) In depth knowledge of, and experience with, routing and switching concepts and protocols to include DNS, DHCP, GRE, QOS, VLANs, DMVPN and EIGRP Experience with Splunk, SolarWinds, GEM One, Windows Server and VMWare Experience with Type 1 Network encryption Experience with advanced Bash/Ruby/Python script writing Experience implementing Cross Domain Solutions. DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Cisco). Experience with NetOps/NOC design integrated with program Cyber Good communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all types and levels of employees including counterparts from other sectors. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment where instances are being tested and deployed simultaneously and to adapt quickly to change. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar IT degree. Salary Range:
$165,000 - $247,600 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Disability Solutions to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Northrop Grumman Terms & Conditions at northropgrumman and Privacy Policy at https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/privacy-policy and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions